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Keychron Q3 Max vs SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini: Comparison
Keychron Q3 Max and SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini differ on switch type: Keychron Q3 Max at Keychron K Pro Mechanical (Banana/Brown), SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini at OmniPoint Adjustable Hall Effect.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron | SteelSeries |
| Layout | TKL (80%) | 60% |
| Model | Q3 Max | Apex Pro Mini |
| Switch Type | Keychron K Pro Mechanical (Banana/Brown) | OmniPoint Adjustable Hall Effect |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.1 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired | Wired (detachable USB-C) |
| Keycap Material | Double-Shot PBT | Doubleshot PBT |
| Hot-Swappable | true | false |
| Backlighting | South-Facing RGB | Per-key RGB, OLED smart display |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Keychron Q3 Max | SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Keychron | View on Keychron |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Keychron Q3 Max
9 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the best all-in-one wireless custom keyboards, combining Q-series build quality with genuine tri-mode flexibility.
SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini
9 / 10 Expert Rating
Per-key actuation tuning in the smallest layout SteelSeries makes — one of the most genuinely useful implementations of Hall Effect switching on the market.